ONGOING
Raven Players
Weekends through May 25, the Raven Players present Home, I’m Darling, Laura Wade’s dark comedy about sex, cake and the quest to be the perfect 1950s housewife. Learn more and purchase tickets at raventheater.org or at the door, 115 North St., 7:30pm.
Museum Exhibit
The Healdsburg Museum continues with their new exhibit, “Pomo Weavers Society,” including baskets, artwork, dresses and regalia by local Indigenous artists. Through Nov. 2, open Wednesdays through Sundays, 11am-4pm, 221 Matheson St. healdsburgmuseum.org.
THURSDAY, MAY 15
March Avenue Meeting
The City of Healdsburg will hold a community meeting on the March Avenue Reconstruction and Pedestrian Upgrades Project, which will get underway later this year. This is an opportunity for locals to learn more about the planned improvements, ask questions and provide input. Meeting is at the Fitch Mountain School Multipurpose Room, 520 Monte Vista Ave., 6-7:30pm.
Burrito Brother
Multi-national rocker Sam Blasucci of Mapache brings his mellow country sound a la Graham Parsons to the second story stage at Little Saint, where he hopes to find some of the band’s fans representing the country rock tradition with bespangled Western wear. Free show, 6-9pm at 25 North St.
FRIDAY, MAY 16
Allen Stone
Headliner at this year’s Healdsburg Food & Wine Experience is Allen Stone, a shaggy blond R&B singer from the far-off state of Washington and an American Song Contest competitor. Once again it’s at Rodney Strong Vineyards, with food trucks, clear sunset weather and plenty of Rodney Strong wines. 5:30 to 9pm, tickets $95 at healdsburgwineandfood.com/tickets.
Blonde Friday
Two blonde performers get tribute bands, starting with Blondiva, an 80s covers band featuring the music of pioneering punk rockers Blondie. Then Blonde Ambition is next, perfectly recreates the sound, the look, the costumes, and the feel of Madonna. Friday, snow starts at 8pm, doors at 6, $20 advance, $25 at the door of Coyote Sonoma, 44F Mill St.
SATURDAY, MAY 17
Farmers’ Market
This Saturday only, the Healdsburg Certified Farmers’ Market will take place at the Healdsburg Plaza, due to a scheduling conflict. It runs from 8:30am to noon. Shop local, and keep small businesses and farms thriving (and avoid tariff surcharges). Details at healdsburgfarmersmarket.org.
Grand Tasting
This most popular of the Healdsburg Food & Wine Experience is held on Saturday from 12:30 to 4:30pm, as 100 vendors of food, wine and lifestyle share their wares under the big canopy erected over the West Plaza parking lot. The location is transformed into a showcase of what Healdsburg does best. Tickets $250 or $195 for Healdsburg locals, at healdsburgwineandfood.com/tickets.
Hotel Jazz
Ebullient guitar jazz reminiscent of Wes Montgomery from the Ian Scherer Trio, with Trevor Kinsel (bass) and Spike Klein (drums). The Spirit Bar is located right off the lobby of the Hotel Healdsburg, and serves a limited menu during these no-cover performances, 6-9pm, 25 Matheson St., drycreekkitchen.com.
Nicolas Bearde
There’s nothing like that “buttery baritone” of a jazz blues singer such as Nicolas Bearde. Appearing with four familiar musicians, including Glen Person on piano and Lorca Hart on drums, Charles MacNeal on sax and Ruth Davies on bass, Bearde will deliver the emotional warmth of vocal jazz as few others can. 7pm, tickets $35-$85 at 222 Healdsburg Ave., the222.org.
SUNDAY MAY 18
Abel De Luna
A significant day in Healdsburg history as the community center is renamed for former mayor Abel De Luna, with farmworker rights legend Dolores Huerta on hand to give her blessing. Includes speeches, a giant check, multiple musical contributions, activities for kids and food for sale. 1-5pm, 1557 Healdsburg Ave.
MONDAY, MAY 19
Gang of Five
Time again for the Healdsburg City Council to consider matters of the day and civic governance in their twice-weekly meetings, held in council chambers at 401 Grove St., starting at 6pm. Also available by live stream and video record at www.facebook.com/cityofhealdsburg .
TUESDAY, MAY 20
Tuesdays Farmers’ Market
Healdsburg Certified Farmers’ Market continues on Tuesdays on Plaza and Center streets surrounding the Plaza, while continuing their usual Saturday market as well. Tuesday times are 9am until 12:30pm, with a similar collection of produce and farm products plus crafts. Every Tuesday (with some exceptions) until Sept. 30.
THURSDAY, MAY 22
Twilight Parade
Join the community for a historic evening parade through the streets of Healdsburg, featuring a lively mix of colorful floats, spirited community groups, and festive performers, bringing the streets to life with music, dancing, and celebration. The annual parade, from 6-8pm, captures the heart and spirit of Healdsburg, and kicks off the annual Healdsburg Future Farmers Country Fair that runs through Saturday, May 24.
For additional events, visit healdsburgtribune.com/calendar
